NAPA, Calif. - The Bureau of Reclamation announced today the open bidding period for a campground’s recreation development and operation at Lake Berryessa’s Putah Canyon Recreation Area. This is a business management opportunity for a Putah Canyon Recreation Area camping concession facility for up to 10 years.
With a business model committed to the provision of quality camping, Reclamation foresees commercial opportunities at Putah Canyon Recreation Area, which is readily accessible by millions of potential visitors. The location, environment, scenic vistas, multitude of outdoor recreation opportunities and proximity to other tourist destinations makes this a desirable location for land-and-water-based commercial recreation services.
Putah Canyon Recreation Area includes campgrounds, public boat launch, day-use area and limited retail sales. Some operations will be seasonal, while others may be year-round. Bidders may also suggest other appropriate facilities/activities as part of their unique proposals.
View contract opportunities at the Beta.Sam website, https://beta.sam.gov/, and search for keyword: solicitation “Putah Canyon" or solicitation number MP-20-LB1, for opportunities and information on submitting a business proposal. Business will be conducted under the terms and conditions of long-term concession contracts between the successful bidder and Reclamation. Proposals are accepted until Monday, Aug. 10, by 4:00 p.m. PST.
Campground concession operations are included in the selected management option in the 2006 Visitor Services Plan Record of Decision. Information about Lake Berryessa may be viewed at http://www.usbr.gov/mp/ccao/berryessa/.
Reclamation will provide an opportunity for prospective bidders to tour existing facilities and submit questions regarding this opportunity. Walk-throughs of the property will be made available on Friday, July 10, 9:30 a.m. PST. Participants must RSVP with Warren Kasper, wkasper@usbr.gov for walk-through as instructed in the solicitation posting. Participants will meet at Putah Canyon Recreation Area at 7600 Knoxville Road in Napa.
Lake Berryessa offers year-round recreation opportunities for boating and water sports, fishing, camping, picnicking, hiking, wildlife viewing, and sightseeing. Popular recreation facilities include marinas, camp sites, day-use areas, a visitor center, launch ramps, hiking trails, and dispersed lake access sites.
Contact Warren Kasper for more information at the Central California Area Office, 916-537-7081 (TTY 800-877-8339), wkasper@usbr.gov or 916-537-7035 (fax).
Source: Bureau of Reclamation
